Minutes of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Streaming Mascots Alliance (SMA) – 2023

Date: December 15, 2023
Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Virtual Meeting (via Zoom)

Attendees:

1. Dan Sinclair (President)
2. Harry Hotdog (Vice President)
3. Quentin (Secretary)
4. Brienne (Treasurer)
5. Spiny Norman (Member)
6. Bindi (Member)
7. LAM (Member)
8. Whitley G. Sharké (Associate Member)
9. Rooney (Associate Member)
10. Penny Puffin (Provisional Member)
11. Irene Ibis (Provisional Member)

Agenda:

1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Previous AGM Minutes
3. President’s Report
4. Treasurer’s Report
5. Membership Report
6. New Member Introductions
7. Major Vote: Initiative for Digital Engagement
8. Election of Officers
9. New Business
10. Adjournment

1. Call to Order

• Dan Sinclair called the meeting to order at 10:05 AM.

2. Approval of Previous AGM Minutes

• The minutes of the 2022 AGM were reviewed and approved.

3. President’s Report

• Dan Sinclair presented the President’s report, highlighting the SMA’s achievements in advocacy, community engagement, and digital outreach over the past year.

4. Treasurer’s Report

• Brienne provided the financial report, detailing income, expenses, and financial reserves of the SMA. The report indicated a surplus of $15,000 for the year.

5. Membership Report

• Spiny Norman reported on membership growth, welcoming new members and highlighting engagement activities and initiatives.

6. New Member Introductions

• Penny Puffin and Irene Ibis were introduced as new provisional members of the SMA, recognized for their commitment to digital advocacy and community support.

7. Major Vote: Initiative for Digital Engagement

• A vote was held on launching a new initiative for enhanced digital engagement with streaming communities. The initiative passed with overwhelming support from members.

8. Election of Officers

• The following nominations were made and approved for the 2024 term:
• President: Dan Sinclair (re-elected)
• Vice President: Harry Hotdog (re-elected)
• Secretary: Spiny Norman (newly elected)
• Treasurer: Brienne (re-elected)
• Associate Members: Quentin, Whitley G. Sharké, Rooney

9. New Business

• Discussions included plans for upcoming events, collaborations with streaming platforms, and advocacy efforts for fair streaming practices.

10. Adjournment

• The meeting was adjourned at 1:00 PM.

Minutes Submitted by:
Spiny Norman
Secretary, Streaming Mascots Alliance